Iran defends two-day peace plan after U.S. rejects conditions

President Donald Trump will meet Qatar's prime minister Monday to discuss ending the Iran war, though U.S. and Gulf officials doubt an imminent deal after eight months of conflict. Iran defends its two-day peace proposal, which includes lifting the U.S. blockade and some sanctions in exchange for halting its Strait of Hormuz blockade, but Secretary of State Marco Rubio called the conditions "outrageous and ridiculous." Mutual attacks continue, including U.S. strikes on Qeshm island and Iranian tanker attacks. Trump said resumed strikes are "highly unlikely" if progress continues, but identified 38 bridge targets. The war has caused a global energy shortage and regional spillover, with Houthi allies striking Saudi Arabia.